On July 28, 1991, a Cessna C172M (registration N64022) operated by Walker, James H. was involved in an aviation accident near MC Minnville, TN. Investigators recorded the probable cause as: THE FAILURE OF THE PILOT TO MAINTAIN CLEEARANCE FROM OBSTACLES DURING THE FINAL APPROACH TO LANDING. This summary draws on records from the U.S. National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) historical archive.
A pilot/owner moving his airplane to a private airstrip collided with electrical transmission wires on final approach at about 300 feet. The airplane fell to the ground. The pilot reported not seeing the wires. The aircraft lacked a current annual inspection, and the pilot lacked a current medical certificate.
Accident Summary
A pilot-owner was moving his airplane from a local airport to a private airstrip. During the final approach to the private strip, at an altitude of approximately 300 feet above ground level, the airplane collided with electrical transmission wires. Following the collision, the airplane fell to the ground.
Pilot Statement
The pilot later reported to an FAA inspector that he did not see the wires before the impact.
Other Findings
An investigation revealed that the airplane did not have a current annual inspection. Additionally, the pilot did not possess a current medical certificate at the time of the accident.
What happened in the 28 Jul 1991 Cessna C172M accident near MC Minnville, TN?
A pilot/owner moving his airplane to a private airstrip collided with electrical transmission wires on final approach at about 300 feet. The airplane fell to the ground. The pilot reported not seeing the wires. The aircraft lacked a current annual inspection, and the pilot lacked a current medical certificate.
What aircraft was involved and where did it happen?
The accident on 28 Jul 1991 involved a Cessna C172M, registration N64022, operated by Walker, James H., at MC Minnville, TN.
What was the probable cause of the accident?
THE FAILURE OF THE PILOT TO MAINTAIN CLEEARANCE FROM OBSTACLES DURING THE FINAL APPROACH TO LANDING.
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